Institute of Environmental Professionals Sri Lanka

🌿 WORLD ENVIRONMENT DAY 2026 🌍
Inspired by Nature. For Climate. For Our Future.

On this World Environment Day, the Institute of Environmental Professionals Sri Lanka (IEPSL) reaffirms its commitment to safeguarding our planet's invaluable ecosystems. Nature is not just our surroundings—it is our greatest teacher and the ultimate blueprint for a resilient future.

As environmental professionals, we don’t just observe the challenges of climate change; we engineer solutions. By understanding and mimicking natural systems, we can drive impactful climate action and build a sustainable tomorrow for Sri Lanka and the world.

How can you join us today?
🌱 Look to Nature: Support nature-based solutions in your local communities and industries.
📉 Act for Climate: Reduce your carbon footprint and advocate for green policies.
👥 Protect the Future: Connect with IEPSL professionals to collaborate on conservation, restoration, and eco-innovation.

The future belongs to those who act today. Let's stay inspired by nature and lead the way toward a greener, safer world!

🔗 Learn more about our initiatives: https://www.iepsl.lk/

Climate Finance for Banking Professionals – Opening Ceremony Highlights

On May 18th, 2026, we successfully launched the five-day intensive training program on Climate Finance for Banking Professionals, organized for Nepali banking professionals in Colombo, Sri Lanka.

The program focuses on ESS/GESI integration, Gender Action Plans, SEAH safeguards, and risk screening tools – equipping bankers with practical skills to mainstream climate and social safeguards in financial decision-making.

🎤 The opening ceremony featured welcome remarks in the following order:

1. Dr. Sampath Wahala – Senior Lecturer, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka (Editor/IEPSL)
2. Mr. Kapila Mahesh Rajapaksha – Director General, Central Environmental Authority, Sri Lanka
3. Prof. Narada Fernando – Chairman, People’s Bank, Sri Lanka
4. Dr. Binod Atreya – Managing Director, Banking Finance and Insurance Institute of Nepal (BFIN)
5. Mr. Vijay Kumar Raut – Deputy Chief of Mission / Counselor, Embassy of Nepal in Sri Lanka

A special milestone was the signing of an MoU between BFIN (Nepal) and IEPSL (Sri Lanka) – strengthening cross-border collaboration on sustainable finance capacity building.

🌿 Nature Revival Walk & Discussion – World Biodiversity Day 2026 🌿

In celebration of World Biodiversity Day 2026, the Youth Environmental Professionals Forum | IEPSL invites you to be part of a meaningful and immersive environmental experience.

🚶‍♂️ Nature Revival Walk & Discussion is designed to reconnect you with nature while fostering awareness on biodiversity conservation and environmental sustainability.

🌱 What to Expect:
Guided nature walk with expert insights
Interactive discussion on biodiversity and conservation
Opportunity to network with like-minded environmental enthusiasts

👩‍🏫 Facilitator:
Ms. Narmada Dangampola
(Environmentalist)

📅 Date: 24th May 2026 (Sunday)
⏰ Time: 8.00 AM – 12.00 PM / Venue : Beddagana Wetland Park
Register Now: https://forms.gle/5JCJVRNCw5ei5vBFA
🎯 Who can join?
Undergraduates | Youth Environmentalists | Graduates | Nature Lovers

⚠️ Limited seats available – early registration is highly recommended.

👉 Register now and be part of the movement to revive nature and protect biodiversity.

Organized by,
Youth Environmental Professionals Forum
Institute of Environmental Professionals Sri Lanka ( IEPSL)

🌍 Special Webinar on World Biodiversity Day 2026🌍

Theme: Acting Locally for Global Impact

We are pleased to invite you to an insightful panel discussion on: “Future Directions for Youth and Professionals in Biodiversity Conservation”

This session brings together leading experts including:
* Prof. Devaka K. Weerakoon – University of Colombo
** Dr. Alla Aleksanyan – Senior Consultant for UN CBD COP17 at WWF
*** Mrs. Shiranee Yasaratne CEnvP FIEPSL – Senior Technical Advisor of Biodiversity Sri Lanka & Immediate Past President of IEPSL

Moderator : Mrs. Mineli de Croos

📅 Date: 22 May 2026
⏰ Time: 7:30 PM (Sri Lanka Time)
💻 Platform: Zoom

This webinar aims to empower youth and professionals to actively contribute to biodiversity conservation and sustainable environmental solutions.

🔗 Register here: https://forms.gle/W8cRgHcfgT8SqM4j9

Let’s collaborate to shape a resilient and sustainable future.

Youth Environmental Professionals Forum | IEPSL

🌍 Climate Finance for Banking Professionals

Strengthen your expertise in sustainable finance and environmental & social risk management through this intensive professional training programme organized by the Institute of Environmental Professionals Sri Lanka in collaboration with UNIGAP and gapHQ Colombo 07.

This four-day intensive programme will cover:

✔️ ESS/GESI Integration
✔️ Gender Action Plans
✔️ SEAH Safeguards
✔️ Environmental & Social Risk Management

📅 18 – 21 May 2026
📍 gapHQ, Colombo 07
⏳ 4-Day Intensive Training Programme

Seats are limited — register before the deadline!

🗓️ Registration Deadline: 14 May 2026

Register now:
https://forms.gle/5dsuRBJa1s45Aqe16

Join us for the panel discussion
“From Efficiency to Resilience: The Future of Industrial Water Management”

on 12 March 2026, 10.30 AM – 11.30 AM at the Grand Ballroom, Galle Face Hotel, organized by the Institute of Environmental Professionals Sri Lanka.

The discussion will explore sustainable and resilient approaches to industrial water management, focusing on improving efficiency, circular water use, and innovative solutions to address growing water challenges.

Moderator:
Dr. Tharindu Ritigala, Project Manager – DOSCON Lanka

Panelists:
Prof. Harsha Ratnaweera, President – European Water Association
Dr. S. K. Weragoda, Project Director – National Water Supply and Drainage Board
Mr. Rushantha Chandrabose, Director – Waste-to-Value

Be part of the conversation shaping the future of resilient and sustainable industrial water management.

📌 Register now: https://www.iepsl.lk/ecoconvergence2026/

Join us for the panel discussion “Knowledge to Action for a Climate Resilient Future” on 12 March 2026, 11.30 AM – 1.00 PM at the Galle Face Hotel, as part of Eco-Convergence 2026 organized by the Institute of Environmental Professionals Sri Lanka.

The discussion will focus on proactive solutions to climate-related hazards such as floods, landslides, and droughts, highlighting early warning systems, hazard mapping, policy frameworks, community resilience, and anticipatory action.

🎤 Panelists:
* Mr. Ramitha Wijethunga – UNDP
* Mr. Rohan Cooray - Climate Finance and Risk Analyst
* Dr. Leonie de Vaas – Hirdaramani Apparel
* Prof. Ajith de Alwis - University of Moratuwa
* Mr. Sandun Jayasuriya - COP30 Youth Speaker

Moderator: Ms. Shiranee Yasaratne, Immediate Past President, IEPSL

Be part of the conversation on building a climate-resilient Future!

📌 Register now: https://www.iepsl.lk/ecoconvergence2026/